Finance Manager

Sector:FMCG
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£75,000 per annum
Town/City:Milton Keynes
County:Buckinghamshire
Job ref:39627 S07
Post Date:11. 10. 2024
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About the Role

Harper May partners with a leading UK FMCG company. Renowned for innovative products and strong retail partnerships, they are seeking a Finance Manager to join their growing team. This role offers significant opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and ambitious organisation.

Role Overview:

The Finance Manager will play a key role in driving financial performance, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business growth. Responsibilities include managing month-end processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic insights to senior leadership. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a proven background in finance within the FMCG sector, and be required to work 5 days in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow, and Key Metrics) and meticulously preparing information packs for submission to the Financial Controller.
  • Driving continuous enhancements to the Group's monthly financial reporting process and internal controls, including intercompany transactions.
  • Conducting regular reviews and substantiations of the Group's balance sheet and critical controls.
  • Providing expert technical accounting knowledge and maintaining the Group's accounting and financial policies.
  • Supporting in the consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for Group entities.
  • Contributing to the planning and execution of the Group's year-end audit to ensure timely and budgeted delivery.
  • Ensuring the Group's financial control framework is robust and that all financial reporting obligations across the company meet high standards.
  • Identifying opportunities to fortify the financial control environment and overseeing their implementation.
  • Undertaking other Group Finance Manager responsibilities as required to support the Group Financial Controller.

Requirements:

  • ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualification preferred.
  • Prior experience within the FMCG sector is essential.
  • Demonstrated experience in management reporting.
  • Proven expertise in relevant accounting practices and technical knowledge (Financial / Management information).
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a strong focus on controls.
  • Collaborative team player dedicated to achieving collective team objectives.
  • Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

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